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Fanfic sauciness scale

Two years ago, Equestria Daily linked to a bunch of shipfic collections (#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6; no, I've not actually read any of these), and they all contain a rather useful scale for rating content in terms of sauciness:

Fluffy — nothing serious, mostly cute

Fuzzy — a real d'awww scene for the heart

Snuggly — hugs, pecks on the cheek etc.

Tender — kisses, lying down together

Romantic — kisses with tongue, massages

Cheeky — moaning, overtly massaging wings, hoofs etc.

Saucy — very, VERY suggestive

Whoa! — describing actual sex

It really sounds quite useful — not just for fanfic but also for other kinds of art, although obviously it's focussed more on shipping than on solo depictions.